Forensic Psychologist - $117,500 Minimum - $15,000 Sign-on Bonus - Central Regional Hospital

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Psychologist to join their Forensic Services Unit. This role offers the opportunity to conduct vital pretrial forensic evaluations, including assessments of competency and risk. The position allows for a flexible remote/hybrid schedule, providing a work-life balance while contributing to the critical mission of mental health services. With a generous sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits package, this role is perfect for dedicated professionals looking to make a significant impact in the field of psychology. Join a team that values your expertise and commitment to providing the best clinical care to the community.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Health Plans

Retirement Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Leave

Paternity Leave

Maternity Leave

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge in psychological testing and forensic evaluations.
• Must be licensed or apply for licensure within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pretrial forensic evaluations and assessments.
• Provide direct supervision to interns and post-doctoral fellows.

Skills

Psychological Testing

Forensic Psychology

Risk Assessment

Consultation Skills

Supervision Skills

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Licensure in Psychology

Job description

Central Regional Hospital

***Remote/Hybrid schedule availability***

***SIGN -ON BONUS NOW BEING OFFERED***
A Sign-on bonus of $15,000 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.
**See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.

***Per G.S. 126-5(c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.***

We are recruiting for a Senior Psychologist for the Forensic Services Unit (FSU) at Central Regional Hospital in Butner, NC. The psychologist will conduct pretrial forensic evaluations. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct pretrial forensic evaluations, including outpatients, inpatients, and consultation to other hospitals.
• Evaluations can be of Capacity to Proceed, assessment of possible use of a Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity defense, risk assessment, or other specialized types of Forensic Evaluation.
• Advanced use and interpretation of psychological testing.
• Consultation with attorneys about evaluation results.
• Reporting directly to judges about evaluation results.
• Testifying in court about the conclusions reached in the forensic evaluations.
• Provide direct supervision to interns and post-doctoral fellows in the Forensic Service.

This is a full-time position and eligible for the full State benefits package. The normal work hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm; however, flexibility is available to work on a remote/hybrid schedule.

About Central Regional Hospital (CRH):

CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. CRH is one of three regional state psychiatric hospitals in North Carolina whose purpose is to diagnose and treat children, adolescents and adults with mental illness. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.

About the Department of Health and Human Services:

The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and in order to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.

Compensation and Benefits:

The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Visit theNC DHHS Benefits and Wellness website for a comprehensive list and more information.

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision offered for employee and family members

• Leave:

  • Holiday Leave (12 paid days per year)
  • Vacation Leave (14 paid days per year)
  • Sick Leave (12 paid days per year, accumulated indefinitely)
  • Personal Observation Day (1 paid day per year)
  • Paternity leave (4 weeks paid) – to eligible employees
  • Maternity leave (8 weeks paid) – to eligible employees
  • Community Service (4 paid days)
  • Civil Leave (Paid leave for Jury Duty or when subpoenaed as a witness)
  • Family Medical Leave (FMLA) (12wks per 12 months) – to eligible employees
  • Family Illness Leave (52 weeks without pay per 5 yrs) – to eligible employees
  • Military Leave (120 hrs/15 days per year)

• The NC Flex pre-tax benefits include:
  • Health Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Accident Plan
  • Cancer and Specified Disease
  • Critical Illness
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group Term Life: $20,000- $500,000
  • Core Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D): $10,000 at no cost
  • Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D): $50,000-$500,000
  • TRICARE Supplement Plan
  • Disability Plan (For the Disability plan you must work 30 or more hour per week): Standard and Long-Term plans

• Retirement:

  • State Pension (Time in service transfers to other state jobs under the State)
    • Vested after 5 years of credible service
  • 401K /457 savings plans

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application education/work experience that clearly demonstrates the following:

• Extensive knowledge, skill, & ability in age-appropriate psychological testing, psychopathology, & diagnosis.
• Knowledge of specific psychological tests, including tests of intellectual ability, personality, forensic specific testing, and neuropsychological screening instruments.
• Knowledge of Forensic Psychology, including evaluation of competency to stand trial and NGRI defense issues.
• If not licensed, must apply for such within 30 days of employment, and successfully attain licensure no later than the second sitting for the national and state licensure examination.
• ADA physical requirements will be discussed in detail during the interview process.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Eligibility for licensure in North Carolina under the provisions of the NC Psychology Practice Act (G.S. 90-270) and two years of professional psychological experience, one of which must be postdoctoral. Refer to the law for specifics regarding experience requirements.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities (DSOHF) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. All facilities within DSOHF are tobacco free environments. The use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campus. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy. Please make sure you complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date. Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 – 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. For technical issues with your applications, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-764-7200.

**Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus Qualified applicants must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements: A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time employee who works 30 to 40 hours per week is eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working less than 40 hours per week). An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if: (1) the employee has held a position in North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date); (2) the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency; (3) or DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees. This Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.